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How we’re delivering for Aotea, guided by locals
The island is home to a range of community-driven initiatives that strengthen resilience, connection, and sustainability.
Four reasons to explore Pukekawa paths
Pukekawa / Auckland Domain has pathways for everyone! Check out the recently upgraded walks in the domain.
One volunteer, 30 years, and a growing forest on Waiheke
For nearly 30 years, Waiheke resident Chris Palmer has helped transform Delamore Reserve from former farmland into regenerating native forest.
Five ways the Waiheke Local Board protects our environment
Across Waiheke, locals are taking action - trapping pests, restoring wetlands, reducing waste and protecting marine life. Backed by the Local Board, these efforts are helping safeguard the island’s environment and the wider Hauraki Gulf .
Growing food and connections on Aotea
To support steps towards creating homegrown food sources, the local board funds a Food Resilience Coordinator role.
Waitematā: Four initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)
Be inspired by local community groups and organisations protecting our environment.
Five island initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)
The natural environment of Aotea / Great Barrier is incredibly special.
Waitematā and Gulf residents: help us decide our priorities
What does the Annual Plan consultation mean for you?
Events
Marbled clay on the wheel
Create mesmerising marbled ceramic vases and cups.
Carols, canapés and candlelight
Join Luminata Voices as we welcome the festive season with an afternoon of beautiful choral music...
Mahler 1
Mahler’s astonishing First Symphony begins with the primeval sound of the world awakening: it tel...
Cross Street Music Festival 2026
Bringing together some of Aotearoa’s most exciting independent, underground and emerging music fo...
Water safety
Join us at Parnell Library for this awesome water safety workshop hosted by The Swim Safe Project.
Parnell Library Shared Reading Group
Join us to read a short story and poem aloud, and chat about it in a friendly environment, with a...
Lecture: Monuments
Hear international curator and our third Creative New Zealand Te Manu Ka Tau international guest...
Christmas Maker's Market
Our annual Christmas Makers' Market is a chance to support local makers and artists. This boutiqu...